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Three Judges and a Retired Army Officer who killed in Ghana on 30h June, 1982. Image source: Ghanaweb One of the saddest and most agonizing days in Ghana's history is still June 30, 1982. Three distinguished High Court judges and a veteran army officer were kidnapped during curfew hours on that fateful night and were discovered dead. The entire country and the world were stunned when their burnt bodies were found at the Bundase Military Range in the Accra Plains. In addition to attacking individual lives, this act of violence also targeted the independence of the court and the rule of law. As a result of their sacrifice and commitment to justice, Justices Cecilia Koranteng-Addow, Fred Poku Sarkodee, Kwadwo Agyei Agyapong, and Major Sam Acquah (Rtd.) are now honored on Martyrs' Day every year. Background: Military Control in Ghana The Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC), headed by Flight Lieutenant Jerry John Rawlings, was in charge of Ghana at the time of the murde...

Black Star Square. Source: pexels-ks-concept  Every nation has defining moments that shape its destiny. For Ghana, 1st July is one such day. Although 6th March 1957 is widely known and celebrated as Ghana’s Independence Day, 1st July 1960 marks the nation's final step toward complete sovereignty — the day Ghana became a republic . While it’s no longer a statutory public holiday under Ghana's revised holiday calendar, 1st July remains a powerful symbol of national pride and self-determination. This blog explores the history, significance, political transition , and the modern-day relevance of Ghana’s Republic Day . Ghana’s Road to Independence: The Background Before Ghana became a republic, it was a British colony known as the Gold Coast . The fight for independence began in the early 20th century, gaining momentum with the formation of nationalist movements and political parties such as: The United Gold Coast Convention (UGCC) in 1947. The more radical Convention P...